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Washington Capitals Hockey

One of the NHL's top teams back is on the ice at the Verizon Center for their 40th anniversary season, as the Washington Capitals face off against some of the league's best squads. Led by superstar Alex Ovechkin and new coach Barry Trotz, the Capitals shored up their defense in the off-season, bringing in Matt Niskanen and Brooks Orpik. With Nicklas Backstrom returning as the team's top assists man, the Caps have a loaded lineup that can score in bunches and deliver crushing hits. Rock your red when you pick up your T-shirt at the game, and join the fun with exciting Capitals hockey.

Newseum

Stories of the world come alive at the Newseum, where you can go behind the scenes to experience how and why news is made. See some of the final photographs of the only journalist who died covering the 9/11 attacks, witness the epic struggle of the civil rights movement in the '60s, marvel at a comprehensive collection of Pulitzer Prize-winning photographs and hear never-before-told stories from the journalists and photographers who stood on the front lines of history. This high-tech museum features seven levels of galleries and exhibits, theaters, retail spaces and visitor services where you can explore electronic news, unique artifacts, photojournalism, news history and world news. And, since there's so much to see, your ticket is good for two consecutive days. Take your time and see half the first day, then return the next day to catch what you missed.

International Gem and Jewelry Show

This is the most dazzling display of gems, jewelry, beads, accessories and minerals you'll ever see under one roof. Since the 1960s, the International Gem and Jewelry Show has been bringing a fantastic selection of jewelry at the lowest prices to locations across the country. At this year's show at Dulles Expo center in Virginia, you can expect to find colored gemstones, exquisite fine jewelry, gold and silver earrings, necklaces and bracelets, beads and crystals, ethnic jewelry, classic pearls, vintage estate jewelry, engagement rings and wedding bands, designer watches and one-of-a-kind seasonal pieces. With a varied selection and special show pricing direct from worldwide designers and manufacturers, the International Gem and Jewelry Show is perfect for gem enthusiasts, jewelry lovers and anyone looking for unique new accessories at a great price.

International Spy Museum: The Permanent Exhibit

From real-life spy gadgets to the stories behind the coolest secret agents in movies, the International Spy Museum is the first and only public museum in the United States dedicated solely to the world of espionage. Upon arrival, you'll be given a secret identity, which you'll use to test your spy skills throughout the experience. Then, you'll explore a series of themed rooms, where you'll hear historic tales, examine artifacts and participate in activities. Get ready for exhibits like Spies Among Us, which focuses on WWII-era German and Russian spy rings, and Exquisitely Evil, a tribute to the villains of cinema's most famous spy -- James Bond. Exquisitely Evil features more than 100 film artifacts from both old and new Bond movies, plus interactive exhibits that allow you to take over the controls of a villain's lair, brave the depths of a virtual shark tank, play spy vs. spy with other visitors, disarm a missile before time runs out and more.